A significant traffic collision occurred today on US Highway 101 North near Hartnell in Salinas, CA, involving four vehicles: a red and white semi-truck, a red tanker truck, a red semi, and a red pickup truck. The incident took place shortly after 3 PM, leading to lane closures, including lane #2 on the mainline, which caused notable traffic disruption.
Emergency response teams arrived promptly to manage the scene and direct traffic. Tow orders were issued for a large rig with a 53-foot box trailer and a smaller truck involved in the collision. Witnesses noted that the semi-truck was attempting to cross from southbound to northbound at slow speeds when it was struck by the tanker truck, complicating the situation further.
As a result of the traffic collision, drivers experienced delays and backups in the area, with congestion reported as emergency crews worked to clear the roadway. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes until the situation is fully resolved and normal traffic flow is restored. The incident underscores the importance of exercising caution on busy highways, especially during peak traffic hours.